Nike has announced the launch of the Waffle Debut, an all-new lifestyle sneaker that will be released under the brand's Sportswear division.
The new shoe boasts a sleek, minimalist design that is reminiscent of the old-school Nike Cortez silhouette. However, the Waffle Debut features a nylon base and suede overlays that wrap around the heels and toe caps. A standout element of the new shoe is the modified Swoosh, which has been enlarged and directly attached to the sneakers' pull tab. Overall, the tweaked Swoosh brings a subtle cohesiveness to the design, balancing out its other textures and hues.
So far, Nike has unveiled the Waffle Debut in two colorways: 'Black/White' and 'Triple Black, which are set to drop sometime in the coming months.
Modified Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Introduces New Lifestyle Shoe Silhouette, the Waffle Debut
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